Criteria for a successful real estate investment

October 28th, 2011

How to succeed in real estate investing? After years of increases , the subject of real estate investment interest to many investors and is being debated . Many would like to buy but are afraid to make a mistake, paying too much to buy at the top of bubbles, in short, not a successful real estate investing. Understandably, because it is virtually the only investment that requires a lot of money to invest again, unable to spread its purchases over time to minimize the risk of bad timing.

About the criteria for real estate investment , I read two great trend s. On the one hand, those supporters of a single criterion: location, location and location . On the other hand, those with extension lists , like “the 15 criteria for a successful real estate investing “…

For my part, there is neither 1 nor 15 criteria to analyze the appropriateness of a real estate investment. There is only 2, but these two are absolutely necessary (and apply to both a rental investment as a principal residence):

1. Location, location, location

This formula repeats 3 times the word “location” is often understood as an insistence on the importance of the site. This is partly true, but not only because there are different ways of looking at the site.

1.1 Location = city
should buy property in a city where there is demand for the property (purchase & lease). Yes, but if it is for a primary residence you will say, I have no choice in town! True, but there are goods that remain tight supply-demand balance , including in cities in population decline or not recommended for rental investments in small area. For example, in the towns of the province where the apartment market is sluggish, that of the adjoining houses with no land often remains very buoyant … So b ien choose a couple type of property / city playing on the one or the other of the two parameters according to your opportunities / objectives .

1.2 Location = the district
’s review of the criteria of profitability should not lead you to take advantage of lower prices in neighborhoods disreputable or whose reputation is deteriorating (even if you think this degradation temporary or unfair or exaggerated). You will regret it for the most part, believe me!

1.3 Location = exact situation in the area.
For two apartments at the same address , do not you think that the 4th floor courtyard still worth significantly highest price that the ground-floor street?
For two flats in the same subdivision , is there no straight line between a house of Longchamp with South facing terrace overlooking a grove and a north facing terrace and view of an island rental of two floors? Similarly, between a house and adjoining non-attached …

2. Performance (including a principal residence)

The idea here is to measure the gross rental yield is to say the ratio of the annual rent which can reasonably rent your property (which can be added gain tax exemption in the case of an investment rental tax exemption) by its purchase price. I stress even if it’s a primary residence , I said the rent which you may reasonably and not rent the property you are going to rent it!
Regarding the condo, keep the point of care charges that should not be excessive (what seems to be the case if they represent more than 20% of the rent excluding charges)

It is then that we will make the difference between residence and rental investment on the gross rental yield necessary. The criteria are indeed tough + for a rental investment due to the risk of vacancy, deterioration, and especially a lot + negative tax, since even with a credit you’ll always be one day be taxed on income received

2.1 Case of a principal residence
must have gross rental yield> 6% for an investment with
OR (gross rental yield – rate credit TEG)> 2% for an investment with a majority share of credit

2.2 Instances of a rental investment
must have gross rental yield> 8% for an investment with
OR (gross rental yield + performance bonus potential tax exemption – APR credit rate)> 3.5% for an investment with a majority share of credit

This system ensures maximum protection against future potential hazards of the real estate market . And these criteria can be met regardless of the time … even now with real estate prices have doubled + in the last decade ! … certainly looking good !

The dangers of bridge loan

September 27th, 2011

The bridge loan is not necessarily dangerous in itself if the sale price of your property is reasonably estimated. The amount of a bridging loan is now based on 70% of the maximum value of the property for sale, against 80% previously. So even if you sell cheaper than expected, you’re sure to cover your refund.

It should nevertheless pay attention to two elements: the duration and type of bridge loan. In today’s market, the apartments are 6 to 8 months to find buyer, with an additional 3 to 4 months for the completion of the transaction.

Predict, therefore, a bridge loan of at least one year and twenty-four months by security.

If you still have an outstanding credit to the previous property, merging it with the new bridge loan into one loan. First, because a bridge loan “dry” costs more than a classic (7% against 5%). Then to reduce the fee.

how much you know about personal invertment

August 13th, 2011

Personal investment is personal (natural person) the value of the expense of current consumption to buy a variety of financial assets and physical assets to get greater value activities. We are talking about individual investors is to invest in the stock market in the capital of a natural person, commonly known as the stock market “small retail investors.”
The Effect of individual investors:
Type of individual investors direct investment tend to become stock market, bond market changes in the dominant force. Since the 1970s, Western countries securities markets, securities investment sector trend. Data show that the mutual funds represented by institutional investors has become a major force in the stock market. Mutual fund is essentially a personal collection of large-scale investment, individual investors a more effective, new forms of organization. Institutions and individuals as constituting the mainstay of the market, the two complement each other, are indispensable.

Characteristics of individual investors:
Direct investment in the type or autonomous individual investors, with the following characteristics: 1, non-specialized investment management. In theory, the investment behavior of individual investors relative to institutional investors showed more non-rational. 2, the scale of investment is small, a single product structure. The securities market is a high risk market, individual investors due to their own conditions, difficult portfolio, relatively speaking, their commitment is higher. 3, the investment behavior is not standardized, so vulnerable to the dealer. In most of the price game, from individual investors is difficult to systematically profit growth of listed companies to obtain benefits, can only be attached to the inside of the institutional investors, the more dependent on the market to provide earnings guidance. Between individual and institutional investors to form a delicate interdependence. Institutional investors, individual investors need to rely on low in the market to provide low-cost chips in a rising market and high shipping process locked chips; individual investors need to rely on institutional investors’ PLAY manipulators “the opportunity to gain access to high-risk

If the debate inflation – deflation resulted from a stable equilibrium rather unstable?

April 5th, 2011
If we consider that following the disturbance initiated by the credit bubble and its explosion updated by the crisis of late 2008, we are on the verge of a breakdown of the 2-3 decades of growth that we have just experienced Two opposing theories in economic circles. It is rather rare that a situation has been much debate, the consensus (even fake …) having been rather the norm in recent years. Especially since I do not approach the third camp, those I think we will eventually return to the situation of growth / low inflation, before the crisis.
  On the one hand, the deflationary refer to history, Kondratieff cycles (4 seasons: spring, summer, autumn, winter, reproducing every 60 to 80 years) and take the crisis of the 1930s as the last example date of the Kondratieff Winter (possibly extending to the crisis of the 1870s on which less precise information available). A Kondratieff winter follows fall, for its prosperous period and fed by bubbles. The prospect of increased credit that the assets are distributed widely, including actors who end up eventually reveal itself insolvent (if we take the individual consumer as an example of an actor, the relevant figure is then represented by premiums and real estate in the U.S.. But we also hear from other economic actors such as businesses).
  Once the debts are difficult to repay the massive sales of assets to liquidate the debt in excess of one part occur, and the distribution of credit dries up the other. The money supply contracts (including via the M2), sales of assets at the same time causing a downward pressure on prices. The quantity theory of money, including Irving Fisher’s equation illustrate this phenomenon: MV = P * T (with M the money supply in circulation at large [M1 + M2 + M3 is to say that beyond the notes and coins in circulation, credit is distributed integrated], V its velocity, P the price level and T the volume of business during a given period). The depreciation of assets, and rising unemployment that appears, cause a drop in confidence, which then materializes in an increase in hoarding and therefore a decrease in velocity of money. This is done according to Irving Fisher’s equation above, in parallel to lower prices and a decline in business volume (why buy today what will be cheaper tomorrow? ). It follows then a true phase of low pressure and can therefore speak well of “spiral” deflationary events described above feeding each other. A deflationary period is characterized by a decline in asset prices (all real equities, real estate …), lower nominal interest rates and higher real rates. In times of deflation, the best investments are cash whose buying power increases, and fixed rate bonds of high quality. The less good investments are tangible assets (stocks, real estate …) which are in turn erode their value. It should also be noted that the burden of debt gets heavier players.
   This is schematically what happened during the Great Depression, which followed 10 years of economic boom, particularly linked to the development of the automobile. The deflationary draw a parallel with the growth that has been fueled in recent years by the technological breakthrough in information / communication technology, and development of emerging countries.
  On the other hand, inflation does not dispute this version of history. However, they see a very different treatment was administered to the patient this time, ie in our economy. To counter the decline in money supply, central banks, including the Fed Ben Bernanke for a leader, have adopted so-called unconventional Quantitatively easing. Other central banks, ECB and BoE, have imitated, while slightly less “extremist” in the application. To illustrate in a simplistic way, such measures simply for central banks to expand their balance sheets, through redemption of assets / debts insolvent, and that money from it created ex nihilo. The aim, according to Irving Fisher’s equation, to counter the decline in money supply would result from the disappearance of insolvent debt (down M2) by increasing the money supply (M1 increase) to maintain the level of M, thereby preventing the price level P to fall (target level = mild inflation of 2% / year), and consequently avoid the unpleasant consequences of a deflationary spiral depicted above.

The inflation argument is that this type of management tool by central banks, non-existent 80 years ago, not only to halt the early stages of a deflationary spiral, but has been used to excess. They believe that money printed out of nothing would have been in greater proportions than necessary, that is to say beyond the volume of credit “rotten” / bad assets. Either by mispricing the extreme nature of the situation, either because a more voluntary return of high inflation would settle many states, heavily indebted to the following stimulus massive deficits and 2009, which would de facto real value of their debt reduced … but if excess money was created, why do we not already experiencing inflation, you say? Well, the situation would simply not be observed today, as the crisis leads to still lower velocity of money, due to a slowdown in economic activity, so that the term M * V Irving Fisher’s equation is more or less stable. The inflation, however, consider this mountain of money printed by the “electronic printing press” will be a bomb as soon as the velocity of circulation of money ListenRead phonetically

 

Everyone can participate in the stock market

October 28th, 2010

When the “average Joe” decides that he wants to purchase some stock, it is usually beyond him what stock to purchase., it is generally beyond him what stock to buy. There are so many out there, and they do not look like sound investments, because purchasing an action that you have to pay There is a way though. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) offers a wide class of shares of companies selling below 5 per share. They are called Penny Stocks.

Penny Stocks trade for a low price because that they come from companies that are new, have little value, or who have lost a lot of value. Most of these companies are under the radar and they not have been much buzz in the regular news shows that promote certain stocks. They not have even because the hype that they not have been as long as some other companies. However, when he decides buy a stock it may be the way forward.

Some characteristics of these stocks may not be as attractive as the more established “blue chips. Blue chip stocks are derived from companies that are well established and have to follow certain guidelines to be a member of the one of the most recognized trade That does not mean that companies who sell their stocks at less than 5 per share are trying to pull a fast one can be as strong as one of the largest companies. However, they are not recognized. Small businesses have to start somewhere They do not have some of the oversight that the other exchanges do。
Like other investment, you must do your research. Yes, there are fraudulent practices perpetrated by inventory and low prices, but there with the big boys too. Companies are generally not involved in fraud, but the low prices of stocks makes an attractive target for unscrupulous types. Many stocks that sell at these low prices are strong companies that have a large amount of money invested by workers. This is important because if they are manufacturing the product and invest in the future of business because they have more knowledge of the business, it is Driver free for the fire after crash easier to trust that company. Outsider who sees a pigeon possible in a small company that trades at a low price and trying different ways to manipulate the price does fraud. Just do not jump into something without proper research.

Penny Stocks can be a good investment for someone one that has a lot of money to spend. Furthermore, in these times, they may actually be a better investment than some of the major companies. Be sure to search for the company, follow the advice experienced and have fun with it.

The core equity research —Economic change and changes in the value of research and study of listed companies!

October 26th, 2010

 
Stock market is doing one of the principles is: with them.

Remember with the profitability of capital requirements must be adapted to the stock exchange, money market funds must meet the requirements of the profits! This is your basic idea of the Investment in stocks!

If friends want to see stock brokerage to somebody, and a piece of advice: do not level, suffice it ! Level, but also top it! My experience tells me several times, you’re down in the region is able to receive funds, you can receive funds, indicating the top of the whole market is already fairly. Get rich quick ideas have changed customers, regardless of whether the market continues to entice you to buy stocks will go up tomorrow, will eventually make you a slave to the stock. In the all your clients, as there are 1-2 of those customers, all your accounts will be most profitable.

Abstract The wider market up or down tomorrow, true 100% have correctly predicted in one year, which is then 20-30 days, most of the trading day is unpredictable. Similarly, when stocks go up (down) will increase (below) for how much? Is unpredictable.

What happens to bands of tomorrow? The forecast does not the slightest importance to the company operating without any effect. However, the overall market for some time what would happen? It is very important! May also be provided! Only in this case, we can predict and use a good combination! The role and the value of forecasts of be better taken into account.

Money should be careful investing four minefields Football

October 20th, 2010

Football finance investment personal finance, only a lack of investment banking services Investment Finance person, individual investors more current to investment is buried, to finance personal investments in the financing of football. Desperate pursuit of profit without risk, income, resources and objectives consistent with their integrated planning and effective management, and therefore can not get a stable return on assets.

Today  investors often have four minefield

The first was unable to bear their own take on risk. The investment in low risk assets.

The minefield second is to avoid the risk of capital loss. No results were not able to state to prevent the erosion of their assets. For young people ready to buy a house and other major expenditures when invest the money to focus on football, ready to make this plan ’s not apply. Ability to highlight the risk of suffering not only refers to the psychological feeling of the customer, but also by expectations, family responsibilities, restrictions or even push. A lot of friends on the football knowledge of improper investment.

The third minefield. Significant investments are football as a tool for investment at the expense of security. guaranteed investment in the absence of insurance, and football, where the family income of injury death of the founder of the Home Economics will collapse. Not observed after peak time. Football is the expected rate of the bank corporation investment return own assets purity .

The exploding minefields fourth now pursuing many investors rich. It does not know before invest in football, soccer investors not guaranteed by law. Recent speculation also the Investment football the most popular, many people with many energy. In fact, in terms of football finance and the investment, financial played over the diversification of risks.

Planned asset allocation of your insurance is an effective tool for heritage property

October 18th, 2010

Gives access to many customers there is a deep lack of insurance, some even speak of “Security “pale. In fact, the insurance is a financial planning can also say that is an integral part of the life of the family play an important role.

First, the risk reserve life, family security and in the end. With the fast pace of life, accident frequency was significantly increasedt, One unit will buy insurance to all employees, but if you carefully examine how, does not necessarily completely covered, so that should be treated to add. The children as an important part of the family, a naturally determined from to be the love of family,But what is true love is to do provide for your future planning, a small import capital, in return for their children in future Grand protection.

Second, the happy old age pension, retirement quality of life high. Time can not bring a great man, but it will bring up an old man Over time, a day close to gets old, then responsible for us after retirement?Rely on social security? Social Securityis a state with a mandatory, subsidized, but Social Securityis only a mindestma  of basic security, relying solely on social security retirement is difficult to maintain the high quality of life. generous pensions, but also the need for appropriate commercial insurance.

Third, the payment plan for risky, the most important wealth of security. The face of 2008 swept the global financial crisis, important markets stored, so that today there are many customers who are caught. Both the future security of property asset allocation should be regarded as an important factor.

Fourth, keep the legacy of love, I love my whole family in mind.

In general, the coverage is not the best, just the best. In the choice is still the first thing check their insurance needs, and actual situation of the family ,then depending on the characteristics of insurance products to select.

Basic Stock Knowledge to Help With Your Investment Management

July 2nd, 2010

Investment management can be left to your mutual fund manager, financial advisor or you can do it yourself. Even if you do not personally oversee your investment management you need to know some basics especially if you are investing in individual stocks.

When you purchase stock you become a part owner in a company. The amount of stocks you purchase are the number of shares you own in the organization. When you purchase shares of stock you become a stockholder. Today you no longer receive a certificate of ownership as was issued in the past.

When you own a share of a company you benefit when they make a profit. Sometimes this profit is distributed as a dividend based on the number of shares you own. Companies can choose to pay out dividends or issue additional shares of the company as the dividend.

The stock value can rise and fall as a result of value placed on the company by the stock market. If you purchase a share of stock for $20 and it rises to $22 then you will make $2 for every share you own if you sell it. Conversely if the stock price falls you lose the proportional amount of money as well. For example if you purchase a share of stock for $20 and the price falls to $18 you lose $2 for every share you own if you sell.

Stock tables are used to track stocks. The ticker symbol is an abbreviation that identifies the company. A ticker symbol for Wal-Mart is WMT and General Electric is GE. The stock table may or may not list the company name. The next item listed in the stock table is usually the number of sales for the last day traded. This number is listed in hundred thousands so one hundred-fifty would mean one hundred-fifty thousand share were bought and sold on the last day of trading.

The high and low price is listed next in the stock table, then the closing price which is the last price the stock sold for prior to the market closing. The closing price is the beginning price for the next day.

Also the change in price will be listed. This is the difference between the closing prices for two consecutive days. If the number is a negative the price went down and if it is positive the price went up.

Plan for Your Future

June 24th, 2010

You cannot predict the future but you can prepare for it. When you are prepared you are more likely to be able to achieve and fulfill your goals. Financial planning]g is a great way to be prepared. When you use a systematic approach to your financial planning you can maximize your financial resources.

Through financial planning you can attain your life goals. Goals may include purchasing a home or car, saving for your child’s college education; have money in times of crisis and saving for retirement. Financial planning encompasses debt management, cash flow, estate and retirement planning, education expenses and portfolio management. When you have a plan for your finances you have information you need to make decisions regarding your investments.

There are three main components in financial planning tools and calculations. You need to understand Financial Resources (FR), Financial Planning Tools (FT) and Financial Goals (FG). As a mathematical formula Financial Planning is FR + FT = FG.

Factors that influence your financial planning choices include your tolerance for risk, your age and your available money to invest. You can look at the big picture of your life through financial planning. It will help you see where you stand currently and help you define your objectives. Financial planning can make you aware of any weaknesses in order for you to take steps to improve them.

There are six basic steps in the financial planning process. The first step is to determine your current financial position. How much money do you have in savings and how much debt do you owe. Next you need to determine your financial goals. Next you should have back up and alternative plans if your basic plan is side tracked. Evaluate all alternative available. Then you must implement the plan by taking action. Ongoing you should re-evaluate and revise the plan as your situation changes.

When you start financial planning at a early age you will have the discipline to achieve what you want. Include in your financial planning estate planning, insurance and tax planning. Discipline is required to develop the systematic approach to saving and investing. You can create wealth over time for you and your children. Financial planning gives you the control over your financial situation and will reduce your stress and increase your sense of security. Remember you are never to young or old to begin a financial plan.